The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load shown in table ST-0069 below. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the available GM.

Correct Answer: Option B — Available GM 3.9 ft

Analysis of loading table ST-0069 in the Stability Data Reference Book involves cross-referencing deadweight moments against hydrostatic curves to determine the correct available metacentric height (GM) of 3.9 feet.